Kalmar residents share favorite local spots
Long-time Kalmar residents Birgitta Grundis, Anneli Englund, and Inger Strandberg are sharing their local favorites among the city's cafes, restaurants, and shops.
Kalmar locals Birgitta Grundis, Anneli Englund, and Inger Strandberg have shared their personal favorite spots within the city. The trio, who are retired but remain active with various hobbies, have identified several recommended destinations ranging from cafes and restaurants to local boutiques.
Their recommendations reflect the city's offerings, extending from historical sites like Kalmar Castle and its surroundings to cozy cafes such as Johannas Choklad and Kullzenska caféet. Dining suggestions include Zegel, Slottshotellet's restaurant, and Kallskänken.
For shopping, those recommending mention the clothing store Rågårds, specialty shop Klintheims for shoes and yarn, and local second-hand stores like Busfrö. They also highlight local producers such as Wirbladhs and Västerslät, along with farm cafes like Tjorven Café and Hossmo Gård.
The residents emphasize Kalmar's appeal, which includes its proximity to water, the island of Öland, and the city's mix of old and new architecture. They also appreciate the city's compactness, where most places are accessible by foot or bicycle, as well as its green spaces like Stadsparken and Kalmarsundsparken.